Being a caregiver can be exhausting, both physically and emotionally. Whether you're taking care of a loved one or you're a professional caregiver, it can be draining, and sometimes, it's hard to prioritize self-care when you're a caregiver. If you're the caregiver for a loved one, this can be especially hard to keep in mind since you're not clocking out at the end of the day, … [Read more...]
Happiness Jar: What It Is, How to Make One and Why
A happiness jar (also called a happy jar) is a simple and effective way to boost your happiness and gratitude. It's also fun! This easy-to-make DIY project has become very popular in recent years. By taking just a few minutes each day to jot down happy moments and positive experiences, you can cultivate a more positive mindset and increase your overall sense of … [Read more...]
How to Be Happy According to Science
It can be easy to get caught up in the stress and pressure of work, but research has shown that there are several scientifically-proven ways to increase happiness and well-being. Following are five key things you can prioritize in your life to be happier. 1. Prioritize Self-Care To be happy, you have to prioritize self-care. Keep in mind, self-care encompasses a lot of … [Read more...]
Why Business Startup Founders Should Take a Midday Break Every Day
After a morning of back-to-back meetings, whether in person or virtual, my mind is ready to explode, while my brain needs to recharge. Throughout my career, when I worked in New York City or at a startup in Silicon Valley years ago and on through today, I’ve made it a priority to eat lunch at my desk and schedule time to exercise in the middle of the day. Whether my daily … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Disconnect from Work During the Holidays
The holidays are a time to celebrate with family and friends, but for business women, entrepreneurs, and business owners, the holidays can be a time of stress and anxiety. It's easy to get caught up in work mode and find yourself constantly checking your email or browsing your social media feeds rather than enjoying the holidays. If you want to take a real break from work … [Read more...]
Work Schedule Causing Your Skin to Break Out?
Whether you’re wining and dining clients after hours, flying interstate on work trips, or doing Zoom meetings at odd hours of the day with your international team, no doubt your work schedule is starting to play havoc on your skin. So if your career requires you to look your best, whether attending an in-person meeting or presenting on an online conference, here are some … [Read more...]
3 Mental Health Challenges Solopreneurs Face
When I was pregnant with my first child, I was in a stressful corporate job working as Business Development Executive driving across town. I was so tired that I was petrified I was going to fall asleep on the wheel, and the sheer amount of work made me want to hide in the bathroom and cry, albeit, it could have also been the hormones. Regardless, I knew the stress and … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Stay Positive at Work
With the year we have had in 2020, many businesses have had to pivot and move their operations online with employees working from home, and it shows. Zoom saw a huge increase in subscribers and revenue because of the impact the pandemic had on businesses. So perhaps you may have had to do a few online meetings and presentations of late. Tell me, were the faces you saw either … [Read more...]
How to Maintain Your Mental Wellbeing During COVID-19
2020 has certainly been an extraordinary time worldwide. With a second lockdown in full force and the improbability that anything will return to normal for a while, it can be a worrying time for everybody. The dark winter nights and cold days also certainly don’t help. If you're worried about your emotional health and about making it through this tricky winter period, carry … [Read more...]
How Educating Yourself about Mental Health Can Save Your Life
I remember when I first started my own business. Although it felt extremely lonely and overwhelming, I was absolutely excited about being an entrepreneur at such a young age and in the field that I had always felt drawn to. I started out extremely small, meaning that I was the only employee with a very small office; and within a very short time, my business had grown into a … [Read more...]